ITX (a mixture of 2-Isopropyl thioxanthone and 4-Isopropyl thioxanthone)

XINGHUICHEM00118

**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: ITX (a mixture of 2-Isopropyl thioxanthone and 4-Isopropyl thioxanthone), 98%

Catalog Numbers: XH00118

Synonyms: None.

Company Identification: Changzhou Xinghui Chemical Co., Ltd.

Xinqiao town, Changzhou, Jiangsu,China

Tel:0086-519-85912897,5920258Fax:0086-519-85910153

E-mail:czxinhe@public.cz.js.cn

**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: Yellowish.

Caution! The compound has a low order of acute toxicity. Prolonged contact with the dry powder may cause abrasive irritation to the eyes, skin or respiratory tract.

Target Organs: None.

Potential Health Effects

Eye: May cause eye irritation.

Skin: May cause skin irritation.

Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Chronic: No information found.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.

Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of water.

Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. It is a combustible solid which, when heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes containing Sulphur compounds. Vapors may be heavier than air.They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas.

Extinguishing Media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage: Storage should be in cool, well ventilated, dry conditions with total exclusion of light, away from incompatible substances. It’s essential to protect the product from flames, sparks and shock, and containers must be kept closed when not in use.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by European Standard EN166.

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.

Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators: Follow European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat, strong oxidants.

Incompatibility: Sensitive to light, colour deterioration, otherwise stable.

Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#: Unlisted.

LD50/LC50: Not available.

Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

Epidemiology: No information available.

Teratogenicity: No information available.

Reproductive Effects: No information available.

Neurotoxicity: No information available.

Mutagenicity: No information available.

Other Studies: No data available.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

No information available.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classify as a hazardous waste.

US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Part Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regu ensure complete and accurate classification.

RCRA P-Series: None listed.

RCRA U-Series: None listed.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

US DOT: No information available

Canadian TDG: No information available.

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

US FEDERAL

TSCA: ITX is listed on the TSCA inventory.

Health & Safety Reporting List: None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.

Chemical Test Rules: None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.

Section 12b: None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.

TSCA Significant New Use Rule: None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.

SARA: Section 302 (RQ)

None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.

Section 302 (TPQ)

None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.

Section 313

No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.

Clean Air Act:

This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.

This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.

This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.

Clean Water Act: None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.

STATE

ITX is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: Not available.

Risk Phrases:

Safety Phrases: S 24/25Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

S 28AAfter contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.

S 37Wear suitable gloves.

S 45In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the

label where possible).

WGK (Water Danger/Protection): No information available.

United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

Exposure Limits

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 12/19/2000

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.